Business Details
32 Years
experience
Expert Health Policy & Advocacy Consulting Services
Founded in 1994 by Paul Lee, a former senior staff member to a U.S. Senator, Strategic Health Care has evolved from a boutique practice into one of the premier health care consulting firms in the country. Our success stems from a commitment to delivering substantive results with ethical standards and integrity, serving clients across the health care spectrumfrom integrated delivery systems to health care coalitions. Our team combines deep expertise in health policy development, regulatory intervention, and Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement with a proactive approach to anticipating legislative and regulatory changes.We specialize in transforming government initiatives into actionable strategies that enhance client operations, including securing federal funding, optimizing managed care contracts, and managing coalitions. Our bipartisan team leverages decades of experience to provide tailored solutions, ensuring clients navigate complex policy landscapes with confidence and achieve long-term financial and operational success.
Services
Health Policy Advocacy
Managed Care Contracting
Coalition Management
Federal Funding
Care Coordination
CivicHealth
Internship Programs
Details
- Year established: 1994
Highlights and features
- Founded in 1994, we bring decades of healthcare consulting expertise.
- We have secured over 50 contracts for healthcare organizations.
- Our team has achieved 4% to 17% increases in physician agreements.
- We specialize in federal funding opportunities for healthcare innovation.
- Our bipartisan team includes seasoned professionals with deep policy knowledge.
Services
Health Policy & Advocacy
We ensure organizations lead in legislative and regulatory changes by advocating at all levels, educating officials, and monitoring policy landscapes. Our team provides insights on Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement, health care reform, and regulatory compliance. With bipartisan expertise, we help clients anticipate and influence policy shifts to secure favorable outcomes.
Managed Care Contracting
Our service focuses on optimizing revenue streams by evaluating payor relationships and renegotiating contracts. We analyze reimbursement rates, identify gaps, and implement strategies to improve financial performance. Clients benefit from our track record in securing multi-million-dollar agreements and achieving 4-17% increases in physician contracts.
Coalition Management
We offer turn-key coalition management, including membership growth, board support, and legislative advocacy. Our team provides infrastructure, financial management, and communications strategies to strengthen coalitions. Clients gain trusted representation to amplify their voice in policy debates and regulatory affairs.
Federal Funding
We help organizations identify and secure federal grants for innovation, research, and program development. Our experts match clients with funding opportunities, craft applications, and navigate grant processes. This service enables clients to access over $55 billion in annual federal awards while fostering collaborative partnerships.
Care Coordination
Our care coordination solutions streamline workflows using customizable cloud-based tools to improve patient outcomes. We facilitate collaboration between clinical and community providers, reduce costs, and enhance value-based care programs. Clients benefit from scalable platforms tailored to evolving health care needs.
People
Paul Lee
Senior Partner and Founder
Paul Lee founded Strategic Health Care in 1994 after serving as a senior staff member to a U.S. Senator. He leads bipartisan efforts in health policy advocacy and strategic planning, leveraging decades of experience in Medicare/Medicaid reimbursement and regulatory intervention.
Erskine Cade
Partner
Erskine Cade specializes in health policy development and regulatory compliance, supporting clients in navigating complex federal initiatives. His expertise includes legislative tracking and strategic communications to influence health care reform and payment models.
Barbara Sears
Partner
Barbara Sears focuses on coalition management and federal funding strategies, helping organizations secure grants and build advocacy networks. She brings extensive experience in membership development and policy analysis to drive client success.
Carolyn S. Roten
Partner
Carolyn S. Roten advises on managed care contracting and payer performance, optimizing reimbursement rates for health systems. Her work includes renegotiating physician agreements and improving payor relationships to enhance financial outcomes.
Rick Frank
Senior Vice President
Rick Frank oversees credentialing and contracting, ensuring compliance with federal regulations and payor requirements. He leads teams in securing contracts and improving network management strategies for hospitals and providers nationwide.
Questions
What services does Strategic Health Care Care offer?
We specialize in health policy advocacy, managed care contracting, coalition management, federal funding, and care coordination solutions for healthcare organizations.
How does Strategic Health Care Care help secure federal grants?
We identify funding opportunities, assist with application processes, and match clients to federal agencies offering over $55 billion in annual grants for healthcare innovation.
What experience does your team have in managed care contracting?
Our team has secured over 50 contracts, including a $500M agreement, and achieved 4-17% increases in physician reimbursements through strategic negotiations.
Can you assist with coalition management for healthcare organizations?
Yes, we provide turn-key coalition services including membership growth, legislative advocacy, and operational support to strengthen industry representation.
How do you stay updated on health policy changes?
Our team monitors CMS regulations, MedPAC reports, and legislative developments, providing clients with real-time analysis and actionable strategies.
Do you offer internship opportunities?
Yes, we provide internships for students interested in health policy research, legislation tracking, and federal advocacy during fall, spring, and summer semesters.
